How are you

How are you today? Take a 5-minute break to check in with your well-being. First, say these four lines out loud. Slowly breathe in and out between each line. Repeat until you feel calm and focused. “May I be happy. May I be well. May I be safe. May I be at peace.”1 After a…

Curiosity & compassion

“Make it your goal to look at your emotions with curiosity and compassion.” I posted this from Dr. Caroline Leaf on my Instagram the other day, knowing this was very important advice. Unbeknownst to me, I’d need to check myself just days later. I have been all kinds of anxious with a pinch of frustration…

Hope in grief // Advent Week 2

We are in the second week of Advent and last night I had the opportunity to attend a service at my church for those grieving during the holidays entitled “Night of Hope”. Since I only lost my mom this year, I had never thought to attend before. I am glad I went because it was…